About this experience
Enjoy a small-group walking tour of Reykjavík with a local. See the Harpa Concert Hall, Parliament, Hallgrímskirkja Church, and more landmarks while hearing about the history and culture of Iceland.
Highlights
- Meet up with your guide at Reykjavik's iconic Hallgrímskirkja
- Photograph the Alþingi Parliament building from 1881
- See the colourful houses on lake Tjörnin and the wildlife & the birds
- Explore the quaint & quirky streets of Reykjavík, Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur
- See the inside of Harpa and its jaw-dropping design
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Find your guide in front of Hallgrímskirkja Church by the statue of Leifur Eiríksson. This is on a hill and the highest ground in Reykjavík, from which you can get an overview of the area. From that point, you will walk downhill.
The guide will take you through various streets of Reykjavík, passing by important buildings of great architecture, and will detail their history as you walk by. You’ll get a great introduction to Iceland's history and culture. See the Harpa Concert Hall, beautiful on the inside, which also serves well as a warm stop on cold days which are frequent in Iceland.
Continue the walk along the oceanfront before eventually moving to the oldest part where the parliament and city hall is located. We finish the walking tour by the Parliament building in the main square.
The walk is Wheelchair accessible and adjustable in bad weather as the small group size ensures we can take shelter in buildings and exhibitions.
Make sure you tour with CityWalk Reykjavík for a guaranteed great experience with a local.
Things to note
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Comfortable clothes
Terms & conditions
The tour takes place rain or shine
Great weather is not guaranteed, but the tour is never canceled. In case of bad or cold weather, some indoor stops will be added
The tour is very easy and all downhill
The total elevation is about 100 meters or 300 feet
The tour is wheelchair accessible
You will mostly walk on geothermal heated or salted sidewalks, free of ice and snow